Sunday Sweets {Pumpkin Banana Mousse Tart}

Whit and I made this Pumpkin Banana Mousse Tart as a trial run for the holidays and it was divine! It was a little more involved than many of our dessert recipes, but worth the effort. I suggested we make it again at Thanksgiving and he suggested we make it again “long before Thanksgiving”. At… Read More

Sunday Sweet {Chocolate-Dipped Brown Sugar Shortbread Cookies}

With John’s pending visit, I enjoyed baking up a few new treats in addition to some old favorites. These were a tremendous hit! Early in the week before his arrival I made a batch of these shortbread cookies. Well, they spread out and didn’t look at all like the photo. I was so disappointed that… Read More

Sunday Supper {Berry Cheesecake}

John loves raspberries and cheesecake, so this is one of his favorites! I must concur, it is a pretty spectacular cheesecake. Berry Cheesecake Ina Garten Family Style For the Crust: For the Filling: For the Topping: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. To make the crust, combine the graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter until… Read More

Back in the Day Bakery’s ‘Nana Puddin’

One of my favorite desserts of all time was the ‘nana puddin’ at Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah. This was the first version of banana pudding I’d ever had that used shortbread in lieu of nilla wafers. One word: amazing. Sadly, the bakery shuttered its doors. Hence, making your own is the only… Read More

Perfectly Patriotic {Fresh Berry Tart}

I’m slowly easing back into the rhythm of “normal life” after graduation and our big summer trip. I made this fresh berry tart last week and it was absolutely delicious! It is the perfect not-so-sweet addition to your holiday week menu. Fresh Berry & Mascarpone Tart Go to DinnersMakes one 10″ tart Pastry Filling Notes… Read More